Kabul to Balkh flights
Balkh lies 322 km (200 mi) north-west of Kabul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 10 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Kabul | Balkh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
| Population | 4.4 million | 114,883 |
| Elevation | 1,798 m (5,899 ft) | 348 m (1,142 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) |
| Nearest large airport | KBL, 6 km out | MZR, 29 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Kabul
Kabul is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kabul International Airport (KBL), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Balkh
Balkh is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport (MZR), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 10,437-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Termez Airport (TMJ, 70 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport | MZR | 29 km (18 mi) | 10,437 ft | 1,284 ft |
| Termez Airport (regional) | TMJ | 70 km (43 mi) | 9,843 ft | 1,027 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Balkh from Kabul?
322 km (200 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kabul.
How long does it take to get from Kabul to Balkh by air?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kabul and Balkh?
No, both are on Asia/Kabul at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kabul to Balkh flights?
Typically Kabul International Airport (KBL) to Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport (MZR); Balkh also has TMJ.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.